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06-14-2003, 05:28 PM
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opinions needed
I am thinking of getting an 04 WRX. My CL-S is starting to get very creaky and somewhat booring to drive on back roads. I love the luxury and smoothness but want a little more in the performance arena. I am getting a MDX at the end of the summer so I'll still have a "nice" vehicle. I am wondering what any of you have heard good and bad about the WRX.....
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06-14-2003, 05:40 PM
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Look at the STi and the EVO unless you are wanting to spend less.
06-14-2003, 09:11 PM
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i think that since we are going to get an mdx i dont want to have a 35k car and a 42k car.. 25 and 42 works better for me =) has anyone heard any major complaints or been in any and have an opinion from experience? yall are killin me here... someone please respond to me... pleeese... im beggin you... im getting lonely..... =) just playin
06-14-2003, 10:08 PM
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thats it... a subjective negative! thats all you can come up with. at least say something like, the interior isnt as luxurious.. or the inside has less cargo space.... or something... but it doesnt look good! isnt that a matter of personal opinion.. i was looking for some "objective" comments. yes i titled it opinion but i want to know about real life events/findings.
example: the cls has hairy seats, the sunroof squeaks, the dash board makes all kinds of noise... therefore my "opinion" is that it is a very good car with some very minor nuicances (sp?) that has good power and ok handling with some entry level luxury. etc etc. something with some concrete evidence from real experience.
now that we're all on the same page does anyone have something helpful to say? ive checked all kinds of online forums looking for problems but cant seem to find many.... mostly just hearing about the tranny on 01-02 models and only from people that beat the hell out of their car. so far to me it seems like a pretty solid choice w/o all the creature comforts of the cls and with a little extra fun packed into it.
once again.. thanks for your help.
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example: the cls has hairy seats, the sunroof squeaks, the dash board makes all kinds of noise... therefore my "opinion" is that it is a very good car with some very minor nuicances (sp?) that has good power and ok handling with some entry level luxury. etc etc. something with some concrete evidence from real experience.
now that we're all on the same page does anyone have something helpful to say? ive checked all kinds of online forums looking for problems but cant seem to find many.... mostly just hearing about the tranny on 01-02 models and only from people that beat the hell out of their car. so far to me it seems like a pretty solid choice w/o all the creature comforts of the cls and with a little extra fun packed into it.
once again.. thanks for your help.
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06-14-2003, 10:47 PM
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Well if you want a regular WRX id go for that too. they are still fast and damn fun to drive. I think its a pretty comfy car and if you get the better sound system its good for stock. course i would get the 5spd, thats what i test drove.
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06-15-2003, 10:26 AM
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Damn Vin, that was quick! 
Congrats on your purchase. I don't know if I could ever see myself going from a CL to a Subaru, but that's just me.
You got the right color though. I think the car looks much better in black. Hit me up next time you're in the ville, I wanna check it out!
And post some pics!!!
Congrats on your purchase. I don't know if I could ever see myself going from a CL to a Subaru, but that's just me.
You got the right color though. I think the car looks much better in black. Hit me up next time you're in the ville, I wanna check it out!
And post some pics!!!
06-15-2003, 10:36 AM
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yeah, but he's getting the MDX soon....so its all good. I suspect he'll get it sooner then anticipated.
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I don't know if I could ever see myself going from a CL to a Subaru, but that's just me.
I don't know if I could ever see myself going from a CL to a Subaru, but that's just me.
06-15-2003, 01:02 PM
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Nice Dude, Congrats
06-15-2003, 02:15 PM
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the weather is shitty here but ill take some pics tomorrow and post them. thanks on the congrats.... if anyone is in the area and wants to see it pm me.
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shit that was quick I was just about to reply about the subi. I like the updated look of the 04 much better.
CONGRATS!!!
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
CONGRATS!!!
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
06-15-2003, 03:05 PM
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Originally posted by NOVAwhiteTypeS
shit that was quick I was just about to reply about the subi. I like the updated look of the 04 much better.
CONGRATS!!!
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
shit that was quick I was just about to reply about the subi. I like the updated look of the 04 much better.
CONGRATS!!!
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
06-15-2003, 05:51 PM
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Originally posted by NOVAwhiteTypeS
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
wanna race my 740?? heheh ( from a rolling 100mph ~145 )
j/k
CONGRATS again!!!
06-18-2003, 06:57 PM
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06-18-2003, 08:20 PM
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Holy front wheel gap batman! 
06-19-2003, 11:51 AM
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Very sweet. I've been thinking about trading in my TL-S for a Z or a STi myself... same reason as you.. fun factor (RWD/AWD and manual tranny). We'll see....
Anyway, good luck... looks good!! BTW, check out www.nasoc.com when you're ready to mod!!
Anyway, good luck... looks good!! BTW, check out www.nasoc.com when you're ready to mod!!
06-19-2003, 12:33 PM
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Originally posted by juniorbean
Very sweet. I've been thinking about trading in my TL-S for a Z or a STi myself... same reason as you.. fun factor (RWD/AWD and manual tranny). We'll see....
Anyway, good luck... looks good!! BTW, check out www.nasoc.com when you're ready to mod!!
Very sweet. I've been thinking about trading in my TL-S for a Z or a STi myself... same reason as you.. fun factor (RWD/AWD and manual tranny). We'll see....
Anyway, good luck... looks good!! BTW, check out www.nasoc.com when you're ready to mod!!
i ended getting 16100 for my cl, it had about 10 door dings (a few good ones), 54000 miles, no nav, no spoiler, newer tires with about 15k on them, cai (which doesnt do squat to the price), and some sap on the hood from a pine tree. the leather was getting a little crackelly too and i cleaned and conditioned it about 1x per month.
the wrx has almost every option except carbon fiber interior accents, guage cluster (it does however have a turbo guage), and upgraded stereo (i did that myself). other than that it has the premium package which includes heated seats, mirrors, wipers, power everything, including moonroof, except seats, 6 disc/tape head unit, 5 MT, "armreast extention" (dont ask), momo steering wheel, 16" rims (will be gone shortly), security system/remote entry (real security system without having to add a shock sensor =)), air filtration system, and i think thats it as far as options... out the door i got it for 25300.
so far ive had it for 5 days and its a blast.... the break in period is killing me
i have to keep it under 4k till 1000miles (recommended anyway by subaru and clubwrx.net). all in all i miss some of the little things like steering wheel mounted controls, memory/power seats, auto climate control, little more room, better cup holders, but then i just hit the gas and a corner and all those little things dont seem like such a big deal. the wrx is truly a fun car to drive. you can really toss it in a turn and feel totally confident. comparing the two is like comparing apples to oranges though... just go test drive one for shits and giggles. who knows you may like it?!
06-19-2003, 01:43 PM
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hot car, looks mean as hell in black
06-19-2003, 06:14 PM
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Originally posted by CLSter
Congrats on the new car. They do look like fun.
Now just wait, want to talk about creaks and rattles? I don't know of any WRX owner that doesn't have them.
Congrats on the new car. They do look like fun.
Now just wait, want to talk about creaks and rattles? I don't know of any WRX owner that doesn't have them.
06-19-2003, 08:19 PM
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no little ones yet. i really dont mind four doors... it is still quick as hell. and 4 doors has its advantages over 2. it may take away from the sporty look just a bit but in my opinion the hood scoop more than makes up for that. and unlike a mustang it is a functional hood scoop =) the backseat is slightly thinner, ie. less shoulder room between 2 people but the headroom is better. the back window doesnt slant at as much an angle as my cl did. the leg room is about the same but i dont sit back there so...
like i said.. 2 totally different cars. bottom line wrx is more sporty and the cl is more luxurious. thats really the difference.
like i said.. 2 totally different cars. bottom line wrx is more sporty and the cl is more luxurious. thats really the difference.
06-20-2003, 11:11 PM
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hey vinny im thinking of doing the same thing you did. go from a CLS to a WRX (non-STI). I really would like to get 03 if possible or if there are any left. only difference with me and you is I'm not getting another car. I love the CLS but I'm young and I want a more athletic car if you get what I'm saying. The tranny problem is really bugging me and I don't have too much money to work. I think the WRX would be a good choice on my budget.
06-21-2003, 03:13 PM
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i live in gainsville, 3xit 44 off of 66.
liquid_x- there are 2 yellow 03's at the dealer i got mine and subaru is offering 0.0 financing on 03's to make room for 04's and sti's
ricardo- the sti is awesome but i dont think i could go from an acura to a sti as a daily driver.. way too harsh of a ride for me.
liquid_x- there are 2 yellow 03's at the dealer i got mine and subaru is offering 0.0 financing on 03's to make room for 04's and sti's
ricardo- the sti is awesome but i dont think i could go from an acura to a sti as a daily driver.. way too harsh of a ride for me.
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